One of summer’s most refreshing first courses. If desired, you may wrap 8 halved or quartered figs or 4 peaches, pitted and cut into 8 wedges.

I. Cut in half and scoop out the seeds from:

Slice each half into 6 wedges and remove the rind. Place 2 or 3 wedges on each plate. Cut into wide strips:

Drape the ham over the slices. Top with:

Serve at once, and pass the pepper mill.

II. This is one of our favorites. To grill, prepare as above but cut the melon wedges into 2-inch chunks. Wrap each piece of melon with ham and secure with a toothpick. Grill 4 inches from the heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side.